Electrical Engineer

BBA Consultants; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Group insurance plan

Annual paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

BBA Consultants is seeking an Electrical Engineer to take part in engineering projects in the mining and metals sector. You will ensure quality services whilst fostering strong client relationships and delivering technical solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and is a licensed PE in the US, with 5 to 10 years of experience. This position offers opportunities for mentoring junior engineers and involvement in important projects aimed at sustainability and team diversity.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in mining, energy or heavy industry.
• Field experience in construction and site support.
• Understanding of electrical studies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Participate in engineering proposals and projects in the mining and metals industry.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Communication skills

Power systems design

Multidisciplinary consulting experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

Your future role on our team

As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll take part in engineering proposals and projects in the mining and metals industry across the United States and Canada. You’ll also be responsible for ensuring the quality of professional services delivered while maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal teams. You’ll play a key role throughout all phases of engineering projects, helping deliver high-quality technical solutions. You’ll also visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts and mentor junior engineers to support team growth.

Type of position

Regular

Benefits

• Participate in engineering studies, design, and project delivery
• Prepare technical documents such as reports, specifications and deliverables
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated solutions
• Help prepare proposals and engineering service estimates
• Support client relationships by understanding needs and proposing solutions
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
• Participate in site visits, inspections and commissioning activities, as required
• Design power distribution systems (LV, MV, HV), substations and protection systems
• Perform electrical studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, grounding)

Values & Culture

• Results-driven
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Inspirational leadership
• Rigorous and ethical
• Ability to share and pass on knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States, or eligible
• Strong asset if candidate has PE license in either Arizona or Nevada
• From 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in mining, energy or heavy industry
• Experience in a multidisciplinary consulting engineering environment
• Ability to interpret process and engineering documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, drawings)
• Field experience (construction, commissioning, site support)
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and teams
• Valid driver’s license and available for occasional travel
• Experience with power systems design, protection and control
• Experience with electrical studies and standards (IEEE, CSA, ANSI, IEC, etc.)
• Experience with LV, MV, HV distribution systems, substations and motor control centers
• Experience with relay coordination, protection schemes and system reliability
• Experience with load flow, short circuit, arc flash, grounding and harmonics
• Experience with single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams and cable schedules
• Experience with transformers, switchgear, drives, motors and electrical packages
• Participation in area classification and HAZOP/HAZID
• Knowledge of IEEE, ULC, ANSI, IEC and regional electrical codes
• Asset: advanced engineering degree (M.Sc. or equivalent)
• Asset: experience in engineering estimates and proposal preparation
• Asset: project management and project control skills
• Asset: experience with relevant software and design tools (AutoCAD, ETAP, etc.)

Total Rewards

• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
• Statutory holidays
• Premium for employee referrals

Additional Benefits

• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• Opportunity for site work: an amazing career accelerator!
• Participation in our firm’s major projects up to 2030:
  • Going carbon neutral
  • Achieving 30% women on our teams
  • And much more!
• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
• Custom training and development plans
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy